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October 10, 2026
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Quickbooks Desktop Account Name

  • October 10, 2026
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How do i change the Account name? that business that it is listed under is no longer in business and i need to change this Account name to a different name. I am a self employed business is that possible to change the name? or do I have to create a whole new account? 

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QuickBooks Team
October 10, 2026

Changing the Account name doesn't require creating a new account. Update the legal name directly in the company file to change the name shown on your invoices, forms, and reports in QuickBooks Desktop.

 

Here's how:

 

  1. Go to Company, then choose My Company.
  2. Select the Pencil icon, then Legal information.
  3. Enter the new legal business name and address, and then click OK.

 

On the other hand, if you're using QuickBooks Payroll or Payments connected to this file, you may also need to change your Intuit Account name to ensure your billing details, subscription ownership, and business information reflect your new name or self-employed status.

 

If you encounter any issues saving the new name, please reply below. We're here to assist you.